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Metomic, a leading data security platform, today announced two groundbreaking AI-powered solutions designed to help enterprises safely deploy artificial intelligence tools while protecting sensitive data. The new Semantic Asset Classification and Data Cleanser address critical security vulnerabilities that emerge when organizations integrate AI agents and large language models into their workflows.

Metomic, a next-generation data security and data loss prevention (DLP) solution for AI and SaaS work environments, today released its annual "2025 State of Data Security Report: Top Priorities, Challenges and Concerns for Today's CISOs." Created in collaboration with Harris Interactive, the report reveals alarming AI security vulnerabilities in the workplace despite high confidence levels among security leaders.

Metomic, a leader in enterprise data security, today announced the launch of its AI Data Protection Solution - a pioneering offering designed to prevent sensitive business data from being inadvertently exposed through AI tools such as ChatGPT, Copilot, Glean, Notion AI, Box AI, and others. As enterprises accelerate AI integration, this solution empowers organizations to harness AI's benefits while maintaining data security and compliance.

Metomic, a next generation data security and data loss prevention (DLP) solution for cloud-based work environments and SaaS ecosystems, today announced it has helped Oyster, a global employment platform, to strengthen security within Slack, Google Drive, and other collaborative tools. With Metomic, Oyster has elevated its data security capabilities, bolstered customer trust, and implemented an effective human firewall strategy—all without disrupting workflows or slowing its rapid growth trajectory.

Metomic, a next generation data security and data loss prevention (DLP) solution for protecting sensitive data in cloud-based work environments and SaaS ecosystems, today released its Data Classification solution, making it possible to discover, classify and secure sensitive data at scale across Google Workspaces. Metomic’s latest innovation is an AI-powered tool that automates complex data management Workflows, enabling IT and security teams to maintain control of their data while also ensuring data compliance across cloud-based storage and SaaS environments.

Metomic, a next generation data security and data loss prevention (DLP) solution for protecting sensitive data in cloud-based work environments and SaaS ecosystems, today released its “Healthcare Data Crisis - Uncovering the Alarming Gaps in Data Security and Compliance” report, offering deep insights on all the ways insecure file-sharing practices are putting healthcare organizations at risk of a data breach. Metomic revealed that 25% of publicly shared files owned by healthcare organizations contain Personally Identifiable Information (PII). Sixty-eight percent of private files that have been shared externally (giving access to people outside of the organization) contained PII and 77% of private files shared internally.

Metomic, a next generation data security solution for protecting sensitive data in the new era of collaborative SaaS, Gen AI and cloud applications, today launched its new integration with Google Groups. The feature enables IT and security teams to ensure data loss prevention (DLP) across all business units that leverage Google Groups, allowing organizations to better manage and enforce data security protections and compliance across the platform. In addition to the Google Groups integration, Metomic also rolled out integrations with Google Drive Labels and external sharing detection and remediation capabilities in Google Drive.

Metomic, a next generation data security solution for protecting sensitive data in the new era of collaborative SaaS, GenAI and cloud applications, today released its “2024 CISO Survey: Insights from the Security Leaders Keeping Critical Business Data Safe.” Metomic surveyed more than 400 Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) from the U.S. and UK to gain deeper insights on the state of data security. The report includes survey findings on various cybersecurity issues, including security leaders’ top priorities and challenges, SaaS app usage across their organization, and biggest concerns with implementing generative AI solutions.

Metomic, a next generation data security solution for protecting sensitive data in the new era of collaborative SaaS, GenAI and cloud applications, today released the findings from its “State of Data Security in Financial Services” report. Metomic’s research revealed a massive amount of sensitive documents saved in platforms like Google Drive, Slack, and other collaborative work apps have remained untouched for months, if not years, creating data sprawl issues for businesses and severe data security risks for both individuals and their employers.

Metomic, a next generation data security solution for protecting sensitive data in the new era of collaborative SaaS, GenAI and cloud applications, today announced Metomic for Slack Enterprise. By partnering with Slack, Metomic gives security teams full visibility and control of sensitive data sent across an organization’s entire Slack workspace. Metomic for Slack enables heightened levels of security within public, private and Slack Connect channels by identifying vulnerable information that has been shared on the app and pinpointing critical security and compliance risks, such as PCI DSS, HIPAA, GDPR, and more.

Metomic, a next generation data security solution for protecting sensitive data in the new era of collaborative SaaS, GenAI and cloud applications, announced today that it’s rolling out its new suite of human firewall features for SaaS apps like Google, Slack and MS Teams. The new features will enable Security and Compliance teams to scale their data security workflows by involving employees directly in the risk remediation process.

Metomic, a next generation data security solution for protecting sensitive data in the new era of collaborative SaaS, GenAI and cloud applications, today announced the launch of Metomic for ChatGPT, a cutting-edge technology that gives IT and security leaders full visibility into what sensitive data is being uploaded to OpenAI’s ChatGPT platform. The easy-to-use browser plugin enables businesses to take full advantage of the generative AI solution without jeopardizing their company’s most sensitive data.

Metomic, a next generation data security solution for protecting sensitive data in the new era of collaborative SaaS, cloud and GenAI applications, today announced that its customers can leverage the Metomic platform without their data leaving U.S. soil. The launch of U.S. data hosting is a major competitive advantage for highly regulated industries, including healthcare, finance, and insurance organizations, that must comply with government-enforced data security standards.

(Black Hat Europe 2023, Booth 444) – Metomic, a next generation data security solution for protecting sensitive data in the new era of collaborative SaaS, today announced the results of its 2023 Google Scanner Report, offering insights on the amount of sensitive data that is often stored in Google Drives without any protective oversights. After scanning approximately 6.5 million Google Drive files, Metomic found 40.2% contained sensitive data that could put an organization at risk of a data breach or cybersecurity attack.

Metomic, a next generation data security solution for protecting sensitive data in the new era of collaborative SaaS, is exhibiting at the 2023 Black Hat Security Conference in London, December 4 – 7. As part of Metomic’s conference participation, CEO Rich Vibert will host “The SaaS Security Paradox: Balancing Productivity with Data Security” presentation, sharing his insights as a SaaS data security expert.

Metomic, a next generation data security solution for protecting sensitive data in the new era of collaborative SaaS, today announced its top five data security predictions for next year. According to Metomic CEO Rich Vibert, with input from his team of data scientists and security engineers, 2024 will be a revolutionary year for the data security landscape as Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) technology rapidly evolves to keep pace with the colossal amount of data being created, stored and shared within organizations and across business sectors.

Metomic, a next generation data security solution for protecting sensitive data in the new era of collaborative SaaS, announced today its Google Drive Risk Report, a free cybersecurity tool that scans Google Drive accounts to find sensitive data and information lurking in Google Docs and files. After entering a Gmail address and password, Metomic’s free security solution will scan the Google Drive connected to the Gmail address and, in a matter of seconds, generate a “Risk Report” for the Google Drive account.

Metomic, a next generation data security solution for protecting sensitive data in the new era of collaborative SaaS, announced today it has raised a $20 million Series A funding round. The round is led by Evolution Equity Partners with participation from Resonance and Connect Ventures. The investment will be used for U.S. expansion efforts and research and development initiatives. It will also allow Metomic to double down on its AI technology, furthering its mission to enable safer, more compliant data sharing across collaborative software-as-a-service (SaaS) ecosystems.